Comments on: 5 Reasons You Must Backpack Mount Rainier’s Wonderland Trail

By: Michael

Michael — Wed, 02 Feb 2022 14:51:43 +0000

Hi Michael,

Do you think the Wonderland Trail would be good in October?

I was planning to put in an application for early to mid october

thanks

By: Michael Lanza

Michael Lanza — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 13:55:53 +0000

In reply to Craig Kent. Thanks, Craig, I appreciate the kind words. Yes, the Wonderland Trail has a steep profile. You are obviously the best judge of what you can do, but keep in mind that many backpackers take trips just on a section of the Wonderland, and there are enough designated backcountry camps to plan short days. I describe my favorite section hikes in my e-guide "The Complete Guide to Backpacking the Wonderland Trail in Mount Rainier National Park." Good luck.

By: Craig Kent

Craig Kent — Wed, 23 Sep 2020 23:23:57 +0000

Your account of the Wonderland Trail certainly gives this 69 year old moderately experienced backpacker a worthy addition to my bucket list. The elevation gain/loss certainly gives me pause, however, as I have a pacemaker and two stents which means I usually go for the most level hikes possible. I appreciate your site and love your photography and reviews (of both hikes and gear). Keep up the good work!